College Pathways
What is a College Pathway?
Global Academy @ ASU Prep students work with their success coach to design a personalized pathway through high school, into college and on to a career. This accelerated track gives students the chance to take university courses and earn credits in their major while still in high school, saving them both time and money when they get to college.
Top Reasons Students Follow ASU Pathways
- Save time and cost to degree when you start a pathway and earn college credits in high school.
- Challenge yourself by taking advanced credit courses that provide extra points toward your GPA.
- Explore your interests by testing the waters in college majors and careers.
How to Create a College Pathway
Creating a personalized college and career pathway is simple. Your Learning Specialist (LS) will walk you through all the steps.
- Meet with your LS to discuss the options.
- Take the Me3 Quiz to help choose a major.
- Review the ASU Major Maps for your choices.
- Create a plan with your LS and register for courses.
- Get help along the way, anytime you need it.
Why It's Better than AP or IB
Students who follow an ASU college pathway are earning real university credit toward their majors while in high school. Unlike AP, there is no extra test required to receive credit. And unlike many dual enrollment programs tied to community colleges, the credits are transferable to most colleges and universities in the world.
Are you ready for a college pathway?
Enroll as an Global Academy @ ASU Prep student and your Learning Success Coach will help you plan a personalized pathway. You can start to explore majors and careers by taking the Me3 Quiz or visiting the list of ASU majors.